As long as batteries are standardized, and can be swapped out at gas stations to extend the range, it is a very good alternative.With less vibration and moving parts, an electric will last longer. Even if it's power comes from fossil fuel plants, it's still a plus for the environment because generating plants are more efficient than a bunch of beat-up, out-of-tune internal combustion engines.

And face it, the car is WAY COOL.

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